Veteran ghazal-playback singer and Padma Shri recipient Pankaj Udhas died after extended infection at 72 on Monday (February 26, 2024). He took his last breath these days at 11 am in Mumbai. He changed into admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai for a while. The Udhas own family additionally broke the information to his fanatics. In the reputable be aware, the own family stated that the singer changed into affected by a prolonged infection. Veteran ghazal singer's daughter Nayaab shared a declaration on Instagram. "With a very heavy coronary heart, we are saddened to tell you of the unhappy death of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on twenty sixth February 2024 due to a prolonged infection," the authentic assertion read.
"I am terribly sorry and that is devastating! May his soul rest in peace. I realize no phrases can pacify, but I pray that almighty gives your family the electricity to address the irreparable lack of Sh. Udhasji #TheEndOfAnEra," read singer's daughter Nayaab's caption. 

Pankaj ji's mortal remains are nonetheless in Breach Candy Hospital. The final rites might be done tomorrow. For the unversed, the past due singer is survived with the aid of his two daughters, Nayaab and Rewa Udhas. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tribute to Pankaj Udhas

Paying tribute, PM Modi wrote, 'We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose making a song conveyed a variety of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke without delay to the soul. He turned into a beacon of Indian song, whose melodies transcended generations. I recollect my various interactions with him over the years. His departure leaves a void within the track world that could by no means be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."
Sonu Nigam reacts to Pankaj Udhas' loss of life 

Bollywood playback singer Sonu Nigam additionally took to his Instagram profile to provide condolence to the veteran singer. "One of the maximum critical part of my adolescence, is misplaced today. Shri Pankaj Udhas ji, I will miss you all the time. My heart cries knowing which you are no extra. Thank you for being there. Om Shanti," wrote Sonu on Instagram.
Nitin Gadkari gives tribute to Pankaj Udhas

Indian Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari additionally took to his X profile express disappointment at the veteran singer's dying. "The news of the dying of famous ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas ji is sad. My heartfelt tribute to him. Pankaj ji, a large name inside the international of Ghazal, ruled the hearts of humans together with his songs. May God furnish peace to the departed soul and energy to the family. Om Shanti," examine his caption. 
Pankaj Udhas famous ghazals

As we bid farewell to this legendary singer, allow us to take a moment to consider his stunning voice, his soul-stirring ghazals, and the impact he had on our lives. Pankaj Udhas may additionally have left this global, but his track will maintain to deliver solace to our hearts in times of happiness and sadness. 'Chitthi Aayi Hai', 'Chandi Jaisa Rang Tera', 'Thodi Thodi Piya Karo', 'Ek Taraf Uska Ghar' and 'Aaj Jinke Kareeb Hote Hai' are amongst some of his well-known compositions.